2006 Opel Signum vs. 1979 Simca 1100
To start off, 2006 Opel Signum is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Signum (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1979 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1979 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Signum weights approximately 735 kg more than 1979 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Opel Signum (281 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Signum | 1979 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Opel | Simca |
| Model | Signum | 1100 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 42 L |
